Tag: Government

NHVR Reminds Heavy Vehicle Operators to Inspect Brrrrakes this Winter

The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is issuing an urgent reminder to operators and drivers to ensure their heavy vehicles are roadworthy, with an alarming number of vehicles found to be defective last year. NHVR Chief Operations Officer Paul Salvati said the NSW snowy region was of particular concern, after 965 defect notices were issued […]

Snowy Hydro Announces Permanent Cessation of Cloud Seeding Program

Snowy Hydro has officially decided to permanently cease its cloud seeding operations following a comprehensive review. The decision was influenced by escalating program costs which were found to outweigh the benefits previously associated with enhancing snowfall in the Snowy Mountains. PHOTO: Snowy Hydro has permanently ceased their cloud seeding operation CREDITS: Snowy Hydro Initiated in […]

Overdue Surgeries Surge in NSW: Government Responds with Investment

The latest data from the Bureau of Health Information has revealed a significant increase in overdue surgeries in New South Wales. In the past quarter alone, the number of patients experiencing delays in their surgeries has risen by 1,745, reaching a total of 8,587. Of those 8,587 patients, 2092 live in a rural area including […]

Major Upgrades Completed for Snowy Mountains Fire Stations

In a boost to emergency readiness in the Snowy Mountains region, the New South Wales Government has announced the completion of modernisation projects for Cooma and Thredbo Fire Stations. With an investment exceeding $2.5 million, the upgrades are designed to enhance firefighting capabilities and ensure safety for local communities. PHOTO: Emergency Services Minister Jihad Dib […]

Operation Snow Safe 2025 Launches Ahead of the Ski Season

NSW Police have launched Operation Snow Safe for the 2025 ski season, a high-visibility initiative aimed at ensuring the safety of visitors and residents in the Snowy Mountains. The operation commences today, Friday, June 6, and will continue until Monday, October 6, coinciding with the official ski season opening on Saturday June 7, 2025. PHOTO: […]

Rider Safety Key Focus of King’s Birthday Police Operation after Tragic Weekend

In the wake of a devastating weekend that claimed the lives of four motorcyclists and seriously injured two teenagers in New South Wales, authorities have announced a comprehensive police operation. Police will be targeting all forms of dangerous driving, with rider safety a key focus during the King’s Birthday long weekend. The tragic incidents occurred […]

Restoration of Kosciuszko Huts After Bushfire Devastation Complete

The reconstruction of 10 iconic heritage huts in Kosciuszko National Park (KNP), destroyed during the 2019-20 Black Summer bushfires, has been successfully completed. This extensive project reached its conclusion with the rebuilding of Round Mountain Hut, marking a significant milestone in the conservation of KNP’s 60 cultural heritage huts. PHOTO: NPWS cutting the ribbon on […]

Discovery of the Leadbeater’s Possum in Kosciuszko National Park

The Leadbeater’s Possum, a species long considered extinct in New South Wales, has been discovered in Kosciuszko National Park (KNP), sparking significant excitement among conservationists. The incredible finding was made by the NSW Government’s threatened species team while reviewing a series of photos on wildlife cameras set-up for another critically endangered species in the Snowy […]